New Theory May Have Solved the Fascinating Mystery of Sand Ripples on Mars
Common causes have the potential to overturn previous understandings. Sand ripples are fascinating. They are symmetrical yet wind, which causes them, is very much not….
Ben-Gurion University of The Negev News
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) is a public research university in Be’er Sheva, Israel, established in 1969. Named after Israel’s first Prime Minister, David Ben-Gurion, the university was founded with the aim to promote the development of the Negev region. BGU is known for its strong emphasis on science, technology, and engineering, but it also offers a wide array of programs in the humanities and social sciences. The university is particularly noted for its innovation in areas such as desert research, water resource management, and cybersecurity. BGU has also made significant contributions to community medicine and global health, largely due to its location and commitment to addressing the unique challenges of desert living. Its diverse student body, inclusive of many international students, collaborates on various research projects aimed at bettering the world, particularly under conditions of arid climates and limited resources.
Supermassive Black Hole Challenges Cosmic Theories – “The Spectra Were Just Mind-Blowing”
JWST images reveal a supermassive black hole in the early universe, notable for its massive size compared to its host galaxy and obscured by thick…
Synaptic Secrets: Testosterone’s Surprising Influence on Anxiety Explored
A groundbreaking study has unveiled a significant link between anxiety disorders and a brain receptor known as TACR3, as well as testosterone. Prof. Shira Knafo,…
Decoding Nature’s Puzzles: Scientists Uncover the Secret Behind Namibian Fairy Circles
After extensive research and unsatisfactory alternative explanations, Prof. Ehud Meron and his team believe pairing spatial patterning and phenotypic changes provides the answer. Fairy circles,…
90% Reduction: Scientists Discover Natural Molecule That Eradicates Plaques and Cavities
3,3′-Diindolylmethane (DIM) decreased the Streptococcus mutans biofilm, a leading contributor to plaque and cavities, by 90%. A significant portion of the global population experiences persistent…
Quantifying Effort: Scientists Uncover Secrets of Team Dynamics
Recent research on the Israeli Football League manages to quantify effort and not just performance. Imagine if we could quantify effort, not just performance. What…
Green Mediterranean Diet: How Eating Healthy Can Make Your Brain Younger
New findings from a long-term diet trial show a positive effect on brain health. Switching to a Green Mediterranean Diet positively affects brain health, according…
3,700 Years Old – Scientists Discover the First Sentence Ever Written in Canaanite
The Hebrew University has discovered an ivory comb from 1700 BCE that is inscribed with a plea to rid oneself of lice. The inscription reads:…
Scientific Weight Loss Study: Green Mediterranean Diet Reduces Twice As Much Visceral Fat
The Green Mediterranean diet reduces twice as much visceral fat as the Mediterranean diet. Reducing visceral fat is the true goal of weight loss. The…
Decades of Scientific Theory Disproven: Beneficial Health Effects Found From High Background Radiation Exposure
Surprisingly, exposure to a high background radiation might actually lead to clear beneficial health effects in humans, according to Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and…
New Research Shows Cannabis Reduces Blood Pressure in Older Adults With Hypertension
A new discovery by researchers from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) and its affiliated Soroka University Medical Center shows that medical cannabis may reduce…
Do I Know You? How Masks Disrupt Facial Perception
The identification of people wearing masks has often presented a unique challenge during the pandemic. A new study by researchers from Ben-Gurion University of the…
Natural Sweetener Stevia May Lead to a Gut Microbial Imbalance
Possible Bittersweet Effects of Stevia Uncovered According to a new study by Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) researchers, the natural sweetener stevia may lead…
New Cyberattack Can Trick Scientists Into Making Dangerous Toxins or Viruses
An end-to-end cyber-biological attack, in which unwitting biologists may be tricked into generating dangerous toxins in their labs, has been discovered by Ben-Gurion University of…
Research Shows Significant Mitigation of Global Warming Is Possible With Biomass Fuels
Biomass fuels derived from various types of grass could significantly mitigate global warming by reducing carbon, according to a long-term field study by researchers at…
Autonomous Vehicles Fooled by Phantom Images Projected From Drone [Video]
Researchers from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev’s (BGU) Cyber Security Research Center have found that they can cause the autopilot on an autonomous vehicle to…
First All-Optical “Stealth” Encryption Technology Developed
Optical end-to-end solution includes encryption, transmission, decryption, and detection. BGN Technologies, the technology-transfer company of Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU), Israel, is introducing the…
New Real-Time Soil Nitrate Sensor Can Optimize Agricultural Productivity
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) researchers have developed a new nitrate sensor that will provide real-time and continuous measurement in soil to better detect…